Where all the information required for Building Warrant approval is not available at the time of application, which is often the case in larger projects, it is possible to apply for a Building Warrant in stages. The initial stage should be applied for on the Building Warrant Application form, which must list all subsequent stages. The fee for the entire project should be submitted at this time, unless otherwise agreed with the Service.
All subsequent stages must be applied for on an Amendment of Building Warrant application form, Form B. There is an administration fee of £50 for each stage or, the appropriate fee if the entire fee was not paid at the initial application. Approval of each stage of the Building Warrant will permit the work included in that stage to commence on site. A Certificate of Completion will not be accepted/issued until all stages are approved and the project is completed on site.
If it is your intention to stage the warrant approval process, please contact the Service prior to submission. The Service can advise you on what plans, drawings, specifications and other particulars should accompany each stage of your application.